--- title: "Committee of University Chairs — check charity number 1189481 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Committee of University Chairs a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189481. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Frenchay Campus. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/committee-of-university-chairs retrieved: 2026-08-19T12:17:12.041Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Committee of University Chairs is a registered charity (number 1189481) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £423,148 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Committee of University Chairs? Registered charity number 1189481 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Frenchay Campus Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £423,148 Website [www.universitychairs.ac.uk](http://www.universitychairs.ac.uk/) ## What does Committee of University Chairs do? The objects of the CUC are to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of Universities and Higher Education Institutions and the advancement of education ## What causes is Committee of University Chairs registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Committee of University Chairs yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Committee of University Chairs is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=committee-of-university-chairs&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.universitychairs.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Committee of University Chairs a legitimate charity? Yes. Committee of University Chairs is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189481) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Committee of University Chairs's charity number? Committee of University Chairs's charity number is 1189481. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189481? Search 1189481 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Committee of University Chairs do? The objects of the CUC are to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of Universities and Higher Education Institutions and the advancement of education Does Committee of University Chairs have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Committee of University Chairs. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Committee of University Chairs? Committee of University Chairs's website is http://www.universitychairs.ac.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1189481).